Description

Benzylglyoxylate; >97%Discontinued 04/04/01 CAS NO 52709-42-9 is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the glyoxylate ester family, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a reactive intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex organic transformations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing benzyl-protected carboxylic acid or α-ketoester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific ester and ketone groups.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry research for studying reaction mechanisms, such as aldol condensations and nucleophilic additions to α-ketoesters.
• Peptide Mimetics & Protease Inhibitors: Employed in medicinal chemistry for creating peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors that mimic natural substrates.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzylglyoxylate; >97%Discontinued 04/04/01 CAS NO 52709-42-9
CAS No.	52709-42-9
Molecular Formula	C9H8O3
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 2-oxoacetate; Oxoacetic acid benzyl ester; Benzyl oxoacetate; Glyoxylic acid benzyl ester; Phenylmethyl glyoxylate; Benzyl α-ketoacetate; 2-Oxo-2-phenylacetate
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Quality Control

Our Benzylglyoxylate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full transparency and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is sensitive to strong alkali and should be kept away from bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	>97.0%
Water Content (KF)	<0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities <3.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.